suitors: Gabriel Oak, the humble and honest shepherd; Boldwood, the reserved gentleman-farmer; and Sergeant Troy, the vain, irresponsible but dashing soldier. The result of this complex relationship is a tangle of love, jealousy and tragedy. Thomas Hardy (1840-1928), was born in Higher Brockhampton, near Dorchester, and Far From the Madding Crowd was his first major success, enabling him to leave his architectural post and pursue a literary career. Far From the Madding Crowd has since been adapted for stage, screen and television, and continues to be as popular today as it was when first published over a hundred years ago. For more on our growing collection of large and extra large print books, why not visit our website, or visit Amazon and search for: www.firestonebooks.com

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